Fr. 23.90

A Philosopher Looks at Sport

English · Paperback / Softback

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Introduces the reader to a host of philosophical topics found in sport, exploring the place of sport in our lives.

List of contents










1. Physicality; 2. Competition; 3. Definition; 4. Spectacle; 5. Ethics; 6. Inclusion.

About the author

Stephen Mumford is Professor of Metaphysics at Durham University. He is the author of numerous books including Watching Sport: Aesthetics, Ethics and Emotion (2011), Metaphysics: a Very Short Introduction (2012), and Football: the Philosophy Behind the Game (2019).

Summary

Stephen Mumford's book introduces the reader to a host of philosophical topics found in sport, arguing that sport reflects diverse human experiences, including values that we continue to contest. His book is written for anyone who is thoughtful, a sports enthusiast, or both.

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